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Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps

Arlington County Parks and Recreation

Arlington County Parks and Recreation offers a wide variety of day camps for children of all ages and interests, focusing on recreation, sports, arts, and ed...

▌ Editor's read The Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps website loads successfully and provides extensive information on their diverse day camp offerings. While not ACA accredited, the program is run by a municipal parks department, indicating a public service orientation. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks, and the department has a dedicated page for employment opportunities, including camp staff. Google reviews for 'Arlington County Parks and Recreation' generally reflect positive experiences with facilities and programs, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising the variety of activities and well-maintained parks. The program offers camps across various categories like sports, arts, nature, and general recreation for different age groups, from preschoolers to teens. Social media handles for Arlington Parks are @arlingtonparks on Instagram and arlingtonparks on Facebook, both linked from the main county website.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–17

Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 3–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
  • Phone: (703) 228-4747
  • Cost notes: USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps

What ages does Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps accept?
Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps is open to children ages 3–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps cost?
Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps's hours?
Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps?
Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps provide lunch?
Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps compare to other community/rec center camps in Arlington?
Arlington County Parks and Recreation Summer Camps is one of 7 community/rec center camps in Arlington that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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